Parent and Caregiver Group Virtual Meetings Every Month for 2021

Parent Network of Western New York is continuing to host virtual meetings for parents and caregivers of people with developmental disabilities. These meetings will take place on the first Tuesday of each month, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. This online event provides a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. More information can be found on the  Parent Network website . Please share this information and  flyer  with anyone who may be interested.

Parent and Caregiver Group Virtual Meetings Every Month for 2022

Parent Network of Western New York is continuing to host virtual meetings and trainings for parents and caregivers of people with developmental disabilities or for those who suspect their family member has a disability. The “Family & Caregiver Group” meeting will take place on

Parent Network of WNY offers Virtual Meetings for Parents/Caregivers

Parent Network of Western New York is hosting virtual meetings and trainings for parents and caregivers of people with developmental disabilities. “Mask Wearing Tips,” the online meeting designed to provide families the tools to help children of all ages wear masks will be held on Monday, October 26, from 6 to 6:30 p.m. If interested, review the login procedure . For more information, contact info@parentnetworkwny.org or call 716.332.4170. The next “Family & Caregiver Group” meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 17, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This online event provides a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. More information can be found on the  Parent Network website . Please share this information and flyer  with anyone who may be interested.

Participate in a Survey for Families/Caregivers of People with IDD through May 16

Input from Family/Caregivers of People with IDD Needed on New York’s Response to COVID-19 The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council (DDAC) is compiling a report on New York State’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In an effort to solicit feedback from as many providers as poss

People Inc. Offers Conference Call for Care Coordinators on August 31

People Inc. has scheduled a new conference call exclusively for Care Coordinators on Monday, August 31 at 12:30 p.m. During this call, agency management will provide COVID-19 updates, projected plans for reopening and answer questions.  Questions may be sent in advance and during the call

People Inc. Offers Informational Session for Families on Monday, July 12

July 6, 2021: Thank you to families who participated in our earlier conference call updates from agency management.  We have scheduled the next information session for families of the people we support for Monday, July 12, at 6:30 p.m. During this call, agency management will provide families

People Inc. Offers Next Informational Session for Families February 25, 2021

Thank you to families who participated in our earlier conference call updates from agency management.  We have scheduled the next information session for families of the people we support for  Thursday, February 25 , at 6:30 p.m. During this call, agency management will provide families operational updates, projected plans and answer questions. Questions may be sent in advance, and during the call, to  COVIDconcern@people-inc.org , or texted to 716.868.9233. Given the anticipated volume of participants on the calls, this is the most effective way to have your question heard and answered.  RSVP to 716.817.7400 to receive the conference call number and access code. Please note: an RSVP is needed because even if the conference call phone number remains the same, a new unique access code is issued specific to each call.

People Inc. Offers Next Informational Session for Families May 26, 2021

Thank you to families who participated in our earlier conference call updates from agency management.  We have scheduled the next information session for families of the people we support for  Wednesday, May 26,  at 6:30 p.m. During this call, agency management will provide families operational updates, projected plans and answer questions. Questions may be sent in advance of, and during, the call to  COVIDconcern@people-inc.org , or texted to 716.868.9233. Given the anticipated volume of participants on the calls, this is the most effective way to have your question heard and answered.  RSVP to 716.817.7400 to receive the conference call number and access code. The meeting will also be accessible on May 26 via Microsoft Teams at people-inc.org/conferencecallmay26 . Please note: an RSVP is needed because even if the conference call phone number remains the same, a new unique access code is issued specific to each call.

People Inc. Residential Services Family Meeting

People Inc. is hosting the Spring Meeting on Wednesday, May 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., for families and guardians whose family members receive supports through the Residential Program. The agenda will include presentations on staff recruitment efforts and admissions/certified residential oppor